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Board allows trained staff to carry concealed handguns
What happened
On July 20, 2026, the board voted 5-0 to let qualified personnel carry concealed handguns at school. The agenda referred to an attached list of staff, but that list is not in the posted documents.
Why it matters to families
Armed staff change how the school handles safety every day. Families may want to know how staff are chosen and trained.
The evidence
The July 20, 2026 minutes record the motion 'Approve qualified personnel to carry a concealed handgun' and the vote. The agenda lists it as an action item with 'See Attached list'. The October agenda mentions a 'Sentinel update' on drills and safety checks.
The source
July 20, 2026 board minutesSee the full record for Guthrie Common School District.
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